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Noooo. Cell phones don’t kill……….. YES THEY DO !!!!!!!!!

by armando.aguilar Posted on October 6, 2011

Who would have ever imagined what technology could do for us. With the technological advances in the twentieth century, technology has human interaction closer than anyone could have ever imagined. Phones- they are not capable of connecting multiple people from different parts of the world via phone, video chat, email, and text messages. No one can deny that cell phones have brought many luxuries to people. Also, no person can deny that cell phones have also brought many detrimental consequences. Specially while driving. Is driving while texting dangerous?

Iphones, Blackberries, HTC, LG, Motorola and many other phones have become a “hot trend.” Theis hot trend has brought many consequences on the road. Research shows that the usage of cell phones while driving is linked to a rapid increase in automobile accidents that have cause injuries and even unintended deaths. The usage of cell phone while behind the wheel has been linked to driver’s inattention while driving. In 2008, reports and research estimated that 16 percent of all fatal crashes resulted from the lack of driver’s attention while driving according to The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. (An estimated 5,800 people lost their lives and an estimated half-a-million people were injured.) Nearly fifty percent of teenagers admit to texting while driving, according to an article released by the American Automobile Association.

Yes, lets be honest. Who could live without an Iphone now days? But the consequences are too high. At the moment there is no national law that restricts or bans texting while driving or the usage of wireless phones while behind the wheel. Fortunately, some states have taken initiative towards banning texting and using cell phones while driving, or are requiring drivers to use hands-free devices.

Innocent lives are lost and thousands are injured due to the usage of cell phones while driving. Yes, cell phone are phenomenal, but they are also a huge hazard. Specially while driving. So remember to concentrate on driving safely instead of talking on the phone, texting, or playing a game.

People should receive a small electrical charge every time they attempt to use their phone while driving. Maybe, this will decrease the likelihood of accidents due to cell phone usage. THEY SHOULD HAVE AN APP FOR THAT.

Armando Aguilar

 

*If you are interested in this topic. Feel free to contact me and I can give you more information on regards to this issue.

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Hello

by armando.aguilar Posted on September 19, 2011

Hello everyone,

My name is Armando Aguilar. I am 21 years-old and I am a transfer student from Portland, OR. I was born in Mexico City, where I lived for eight and a half years before moving to Spain. I lived in Valencia for a year and a half before moving to Boise, ID in 1999. My major is International Business. I love playing soccer and my favorite football team is FC Barcelona from Spain. I speak English, Spanish, decent Portuguese and I am in the process of learning French. I’ve lived on my own since 2008. All my family is in Mexico City.

I love the outdoors, but I must say that New York is amazing. I am an extrovert and love the social life. Ironacly, all I do is school and work, so I don’t have much of one. I used to be a Regional Officer for Phi Theta Kappa. I would love to join a club on campus, but due to my busy schedule, I’m afraid I can’t.

This is a street soccer video link on YouTube. I hope you all enjoy it and see how crazy soccer can get. I hope some of you save some money and head down to brazil for the world cup 2014. Samba!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaaH-zv5nxI&feature=fvwrel

I gotta get going,

Adios !

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